Radiation expert says radon gas is not to blame, as anxious residents open their hearts about the difficult decision to leave the place they call home.

The ancient mummy of a mysterious young woman, known as the Ukok Princess, is finally returning home to the Altai Republic this month.

Remarkable images show a test tube blood sample from a female of the long-extinct species. 

An open account from a Siberian surrogate mother, who shares her story with Russian 'Public Post' project. 

A methane explosion at  Mine No. 7 in the Prokopyevsky district of Kemerovo region led to the deaths of four miners.

Animal rights organisation criticises 'savage' use of female body part as 'talisman', and other 'cures'.

A favourite for glamorous pictures by Instragram fans yet visitors are warned to take extreme care.

The animal is pictured at Norilsk garbage dump, a police convoy following its every move.